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Maccabi USA today announced the appointment of Ryan F. Zackon to the Board of Directors

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "We are pleased to welcome Ryan Zackon to the board of Maccabi USA and look forward to his input and perspective" said Board President Jeff Bukantz.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "We are pleased to welcome Ryan Zackon to the board of Maccabi USA and look forward to his input and perspective" said Board President Jeff Bukantz.
  • "Having recently come back from competing for Maccabi USA at the Maccabiah in Israel, Ryan is uniquely positioned to provide feedback and fresh ideas to the organization.
  • His experience in the private sector will be invaluable as we continue to grow Maccabi USA and carry out our mission to build Jewish pride through sports."
  • "I am honored to sit on the Board of Maccabi USA and help guide the organization into the future," said Mr. Zackon.

Dr. Jane Katz Recognized for Excellence in Physical Education

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Monday, October 25, 2021
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She later embarked upon her career as a high school health and physical education teacher at Seward Park High School from 1963 to 1964.

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  • She later embarked upon her career as a high school health and physical education teacher at Seward Park High School from 1963 to 1964.
  • In 1964, she began her tenure as a professor of physical education at Bronx Community College, a role she would hold until 1989.
  • Dr. Katz was subsequently appointed as a professor of health and physical education at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in 1989, remaining in this post until her retirement in 2019.
  • Furthermore, Dr. Katz has been recognized with several eponymous honors, including the Dr. Jane Katz Cross-Training Award from the United States Water Fitness Association in 2005 and the Dr. Jane Katz Fitness Swimming Award in 1991.

Dr. Jane Katz is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, December 10, 2020
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As a seasoned and award-winning educator, Dr. Katz has garnered 60 years of extensive knowledge and professional experience in health and physical education.

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  • As a seasoned and award-winning educator, Dr. Katz has garnered 60 years of extensive knowledge and professional experience in health and physical education.
  • Dr. Katz is most proud to see her students smile and full of excitement upon learning to float for their first time.
  • In April 2001, the Dr. Jane Katz Natatorium was dedicated to the Children's Better Health Institute in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • Dr. Katz dedicates this recognition in the loving memory of her Father, Leon Katz.

Comcast Corporation Promotes Dalila Wilson-Scott to Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020
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Comcast Corporation today announced it has promoted Dalila Wilson-Scott to Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer of Comcast Corporation, reporting to Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Brian L. Roberts.

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  • Comcast Corporation today announced it has promoted Dalila Wilson-Scott to Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer of Comcast Corporation, reporting to Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Brian L. Roberts.
  • Effective today, Ms. Wilson-Scott will oversee all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion activities for the corporation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201007005808/en/
    Dalila Wilson-Scott, Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer, Comcast Corporation (Photo: Business Wire)
    Dalila is a fantastic leader and passionate advocate and supporter of our corporate social responsibility efforts, which have been at the heart of our company for decades, said Mr. Roberts.
  • Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company with three primary businesses: Comcast Cable, NBCUniversal, and Sky.

Maccabi USA Men's Basketball Announces New Head Coach For 21st Maccabiah

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Josh Schachter, Pittsburgh, PA, and Jake Rauchbach, Chapel Hill, NC Open Men's Basketball Co-Chairs for the 21st Maccabiah are pleased to announce the appointment of Associate Head Coach of Duke University's Men's Basketball program, Jon Scheyer, Durham, NC, as Head Coach for the Open Men's Basketball Team for the 21st Maccabiah taking place July 2022 in Israel.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Josh Schachter, Pittsburgh, PA, and Jake Rauchbach, Chapel Hill, NC Open Men's Basketball Co-Chairs for the 21st Maccabiah are pleased to announce the appointment of Associate Head Coach of Duke University's Men's Basketball program, Jon Scheyer, Durham, NC, as Head Coach for the Open Men's Basketball Team for the 21st Maccabiah taking place July 2022 in Israel.
  • "Jon's pedigree cannot be matched; few people have had such an accomplished career in basketball collectively as a player and coach," stated Schachter, Co-Chair, Open Men's Basketball, 21st Maccabiah.
  • "We could not be more excited to have Jon lead the United States Men's Basketball team at the 2022 Maccabiah.
  • Maccabi USA is seeking qualified Jewish basketball players to represent the USA delegation at the 21st Maccabiah Games.

Maccabi USA Rugby Announces New Head Coach For 21st Maccabiah

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Wednesday, May 6, 2020
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PHILADELPHIA, May 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- David Rudzinsky, Reading, MA, Overall Rugby Chair for the 21st Maccabiah is pleased to announce the appointment of former USA Eagle 7's and 15's standout and three-time Maccabi USA alumnus Zack Test, San Diego, CA, as Head Coach for the Open Men's Rugby Team for the 21st Maccabiah taking place July 2022 in Israel.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, May 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- David Rudzinsky, Reading, MA, Overall Rugby Chair for the 21st Maccabiah is pleased to announce the appointment of former USA Eagle 7's and 15's standout and three-time Maccabi USA alumnus Zack Test, San Diego, CA, as Head Coach for the Open Men's Rugby Team for the 21st Maccabiah taking place July 2022 in Israel.
  • "We are excited to have Zack lead us as we defend our Gold Medal in Israel at the 21st Maccabiah," stated Rudzinsky.
  • He was an integral part of the 2017 Gold Medal winning Maccabi USA Rugby coaching staff while also served as Head Coach of San Diego State University's 7's team.
  • Maccabi USA is seeking qualified Jewish rugby players to represent the USA delegation at the 21st Maccabiah Games.

The Roberts Family Remembers Suzanne F. Roberts

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Monday, April 20, 2020
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The Roberts family announces with great sadness that Suzanne Fleisher Roberts died of natural causes on April 20, 2020 in Philadelphia, PA. She was 98.

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  • The Roberts family announces with great sadness that Suzanne Fleisher Roberts died of natural causes on April 20, 2020 in Philadelphia, PA. She was 98.
  • Suzanne is survived by four of her five children and their spouses: Catherine R. Clifton and Anthony A. Clifton, Lisa S. Roberts and David Seltzer, Ralph J. Roberts Jr., Brian L. Roberts and Aileen K. Roberts, and Diane Roberts, widow of Ralph and Suzannes son Douglas, who passed away in September of 2011.
  • A Philadelphia native, Suzanne Roberts commitment to giving back was instilled early on in her life.
  • In addition to her work in television, Suzanne maintained her passion for and involvement in the theater and arts community, establishing the Suzanne Roberts Cultural Development Fund, a division of the Suzanne and Ralph Roberts Foundation, to support theater and dance organizations.